Location

United States: Los Angeles

Program Summary

Did you know that it was the cover of an issue of Popular Mechanics in 1975 that helped inspire Paul Allen to co-start Microsoft with Bill Gates?

Popular Mechanics collaborated with Westcoast Connection/360° Student Travel to develop a STEM program for teens interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Experience exclusive access to Popular Mechanics editors and participating STEM companies and attend hands-on sessions inspiring the next generation of engineers, coders, and innovators. Learn basic coding, 3D printing, wood and metal fabrication, aerospace and robotic engineering, and what it takes to create Popular Mechanics. Every participant will leave LA with the confidence and know-how to start and follow through on projects, as well as with firsthand knowledge of STEM fields and possible career paths.

Popular Mechanics empowers readers to navigate the increasingly complex, technological world around us. The magazine inspires, instructs and influences curious readers with ...

Program Summary

Did you know that it was the cover of an issue of Popular Mechanics in 1975 that helped inspire Paul Allen to co-start Microsoft with Bill Gates?

Popular Mechanics collaborated with Westcoast Connection/360° Student Travel to develop a STEM program for teens interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Experience exclusive access to Popular Mechanics editors and participating STEM companies and attend hands-on sessions inspiring the next generation of engineers, coders, and innovators. Learn basic coding, 3D printing, wood and metal fabrication, aerospace and robotic engineering, and what it takes to create Popular Mechanics. Every participant will leave LA with the confidence and know-how to start and follow through on projects, as well as with firsthand knowledge of STEM fields and possible career paths.

Popular Mechanics empowers readers to navigate the increasingly complex, technological world around us. The magazine inspires, instructs and influences curious readers with breakthroughs in the latest innovations in science and technology.

Program Highlights

- Exclusive behind-the-scenes access: meet with the editors of Popular Mechanics magazine
Visit iFLY’s unique vertical wind tunnel facility
- Fuse robotic and digital technologies into immersive entertainment experiences at Sphero
- Explore woodworking, metalworking, and basic hand power tool knowledge with the best in the business - Ryobi and Ridgid
- Stay on the campus of UCLA and take advantage of all of the facilities they have to offer
- Explore Los Angeles with day and weekend excursions included in your tuition.